Idaho in 2025: A Year of Change and Challenges

Idaho faced a lot of changes and tough times in 2025. The year was marked by big events that had a strong impact on the state.

Major Incidents

• Mass Arrest at Wilder Horse Track
• Over 200 law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, showed up and took people away.
• Part of many immigration actions affecting the state's society and economy.

Impact of Trump Administration Policies

• Changes in border economics.
• Health issues like measles outbreaks.
• Food stamp programs.
• Air travel schedules.

The effects were clear, and it's hard to say if these changes were helpful. But it was what many Idaho voters supported.

Federal Government Actions

• Cutbacks in federal agencies affected land use, safety, and more across the state.
• Political Endorsement
• Trump's endorsement of Brad Little for governor changed the political landscape.
• Made it less likely that Attorney General Raul Labrador would challenge Little.

Political Front

• Independent Candidate Todd Achilles
• Ran for the U.S. Senate.
• Brought a new perspective to the race.

Abortion Issues and Protests

• Protests happened all over the country, including in Idaho.
• Cities like Boise, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls saw significant demonstrations.

Unexpected Events

• End of the Bryan Kohberger Murder Case
• Collapse of University of Phoenix and University of Idaho Deal

Economic Growth and Challenges

• Growth in some areas, especially around Boise.
• Housing prices remained very high, a big topic across the country.

Overall, 2025 was a year of significant change and challenge for Idaho. The effects of these events will likely be felt for years to come.